Japan and South Korea Cruise — Norwegian Jade, 11 Nights

About Japan and South Korea Cruise — Norwegian Jade, 11 Nights

An 11 Nights 13 Days Japan and South Korea cruise aboard the Norwegian Jade. Fly from Istanbul with Turkish Airlines and board the ship at the port of Tokyo. The ship calls at Tokyo, Shimizu, Nagoya, Tokushima, Kochi, Hiroshima, Kagoshima, Nagasaki, Jeju and Seoul in that order. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Tokyo; Day 2 Tokyo; Day 3 Tokyo; Day 4 Shimizu; Day 5 Nagoya; Day 6 Tokushima; Day 7 Kochi; Day 8 Hiroshima; Day 9 Kagoshima; Day 10 Nagasaki; Day 11 Jeju; Day 12 Seoul; Day 13 Seoul – Istanbul. Cabin options: Inside Cabin Promo, Inside Cabin Standard, Oceanview Cabin with Obstructed View Standard, Oceanview Cabin Standard, Balcony Cabin Standard, Balcony Cabin Premium. The cabin supplement is added at the time of booking according to the cabin you select. Departure date: 24 March 2027. The price starts at €4.799 per person. Included in the price: Economy-class flights with Turkish Airlines between Istanbul and Tokyo // Seoul and Istanbul; 9 nights 10 days of full-board accommodation on the ship and all onboard activities; 1 night’s accommodation at a 1st-class hotel in Tokyo; 1 night’s accommodation at a 1st-class hotel in Seoul; port and airport taxes; all transfers specified in the itinerary.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Tokyo

Flight from Istanbul to Tokyo on Turkish Airlines flight TK198.

Day 2 — Tokyo

Free time around Tokyo after breakfast; optional excursions available for those interested. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3 — Tokyo

After breakfast, transfer to Tokyo port, embarkation and settling into cabins. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 4 — Shimizu

The ship docks at the port of Shimizu at 07:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are available for those interested. The ship departs the port at 17:00; overnight on board.

Day 5 — Nagoya

The ship docks at Nagoya port at 07:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those who wish. The ship departs from the port at 16:00; overnight on board.

Day 6 — Tokushima

The ship docks at Tokushima port at 08:00. Sightseeing and free time around Japan's Shikoku Island during the day. The ship departs from the port at 20:00; overnight on board.

Day 7 — Kochi

The ship docks at the port of Kochi at 07:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those interested. The ship departs from the port at 16:00; overnight stay on board.

Day 8 — Hiroshima

The ship docks at the port of Hiroshima at 07:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are available for interested guests. The ship departs the port at 16:00; overnight stay on board.

Day 9 — Kagoshima

The ship docks at the port of Kagoshima at 10:30. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are available for interested guests. The ship departs the port at 18:30; overnight stay on board.

Day 10 — Nagasaki

The ship docks at Nagasaki port at 07:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those interested. The ship departs from the port at 17:00; overnight on board.

Day 11 — Jeju

The ship docks at Jeju port at 07:00. Sightseeing around Jeju Island and free time during the day. The ship departs from the port at 15:00; overnight on board.

Day 12 — Seoul

The ship docks at Seoul port at 07:00; after breakfast, disembarkation, the program continues on land. Overnight at hotel.

Day 13 — Seoul – Istanbul

Free time around Seoul after breakfast; transfer to the airport and return to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK021.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Japan and South Korea cruise on Norwegian Jade take?

The tour is 11 nights and 13 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Respectively: Tokyo, Shimizu, Nagoya, Tokushima, Kochi, Hiroshima, Kagoshima, Nagasaki, Jeju, Seoul.

Which ship operates this tour?

On board the Norwegian Jade.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Fly from Istanbul to Tokyo port with Turkish Airlines to embark on the ship; return is also by air.

What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?

Departure dates: March 24, 2027. Prices start from €4,799 per person.

What cabin types are available?

Inside Cabin Promo (base price), Inside Cabin Standard (+€200), Obstructed View Outside Cabin Standard (+€600), Outside Cabin Standard (+€700), Balcony Cabin Standard (+€1.800), Balcony Cabin Premium (+€2.300). The supplement is per person.

What is included in the price?

Economy-class round-trip airfare with Turkish Airlines between Istanbul and Tokyo // Seoul and Istanbul; 9 nights 10 days of Full Board accommodation on the ship and all onboard activities; 1 night of accommodation at a 1st-class hotel in Tokyo; 1 night of accommodation at a 1st-class hotel in Seoul; Port and airport taxes; All transfers specified in the itinerary; Experienced guide service (Turkish-language guide service will be provided if the required number of participants is reached).

What is not included in the price?

All alcoholic and some non-alcoholic drinks on board; Personal expenses (phone, dry cleaning, internet, etc.); Travel health insurance (a 100% premium surcharge applies for guests over 70); All optional excursions organized by the ship or your guide; Gratuities for the ship’s service staff; Visa fee; International departure tax.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.